Planex BLW-54PM User manual

Brand: Planex

Model: BLW-54PM

Category: WLAN access points

Type: User manual

2.4GHz IEEE802.11g 54Mbps WLAN

Broadband Router

BLW-54PM

CONTENTS

Chapter 1 Introduction............................................................................................................. 4

1.1 BLW-54PM Features .................................................................................................... 4

1.1.1 Internet Access Features...................................................................................... 4

1.1.2 Advanced Internet Functions............................................................................... 5

1.1.3 Wireless Features................................................................................................. 5

1.1.4 LAN Features ...................................................................................................... 6

1.1.5 Configuration & Management............................................................................. 6

1.1.6 Security Features ................................................................................................. 6

1.2 Package Contents .......................................................................................................... 7

1.3 Physical Details ............................................................................................................. 8

1.3.1 Front-mounted LEDs........................................................................................... 8

1.3.2 Rear Panel............................................................................................................ 9

Chapter 2 Installation ............................................................................................................. 11

2.1 Requirements............................................................................................................... 11

2.2 Procedure..................................................................................................................... 11

Chapter 3 Setup....................................................................................................................... 13

3.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................... 13

3.2 Configuration Program................................................................................................ 14

3.2.1 Preparation......................................................................................................... 14

3.3 Setup Wizard............................................................................................................... 16

3.3.1 Common Connection Types .............................................................................. 16

3.3.2 Home Screen ..................................................................................................... 18

3.4 LAN Screen................................................................................................................. 19

3.4.1 DHCP ................................................................................................................ 20

3.5 Wireless Screen ........................................................................................................... 21

3.5.1 Wireless Security Screen ................................................................................... 24

3.6 Password Screen.......................................................................................................... 26

Chapter 4 Advanced Features................................................................................................ 27

4.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................... 27

4.2 Access Control ............................................................................................................ 27

4.2.1 Overview ........................................................................................................... 27

4.2.2 Access Control Screen....................................................................................... 28

4.2.3 Group Members Screen..................................................................................... 30

4.2.4 Default Schedule Screen.................................................................................... 31

4.2.5 Services Screen.................................................................................................. 32

4.2.6 Access Control Log ........................................................................................... 33

4.3 Dynamic DNS (Domain Name Server)....................................................................... 34

4.3.1 Dynamic DNS Screen........................................................................................ 34

4.4 Advanced Internet Screen ........................................................................................... 36

4.4.1 Communication Applications ............................................................................ 36

4.4.2 Special Applications .......................................................................................... 37

4.4.3 Special Applications Screen .............................................................................. 37

4.4.4 Using a Special Application .............................................................................. 38

4.4.5 Multi-DMZ ........................................................................................................ 38

4.4.6 URL Filter ......................................................................................................... 39

4.4.7 URL Filter Screen.............................................................................................. 39

4.5 Virtual Servers.............................................................................................................40

4.5.1 IP Address seen by Internet Users..................................................................... 40

4.5.2 Virtual Servers Screen ....................................................................................... 40

4.5.3 Defining your own Virtual Servers ................................................................... 42

4.5.4 Connecting to the Virtual Servers ..................................................................... 43

4.6 WAN Port Configuration ............................................................................................ 44

Chapter 5 Advanced Administration .................................................................................... 47

5.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................... 47

5.2 Config File................................................................................................................... 48

5.3 Logs............................................................................................................................. 49

5.4 Network Diagnostics ................................................................................................... 51

5.5 Options ........................................................................................................................ 52

5.6 PC Database ................................................................................................................ 54

5.6.1 PC Database Screen........................................................................................... 54

5.6.2 PC Database (Admin)........................................................................................ 56

5.7 Remote Admin ............................................................................................................ 58

5.8 Routing........................................................................................................................ 59

5.8.1 Overview ........................................................................................................... 59

5.8.2 Routing Screen .................................................................................................. 59

5.8.3 Configuring Other Routers on your LAN.......................................................... 61

5.8.4 Static Routing - Example................................................................................... 62

5.9 Security........................................................................................................................ 63

5.10 Upgrade Firmware..................................................................................................... 65

Chapter 6 Specifications ......................................................................................................... 66

6.1 Multi-Function BLW-54PM........................................................................................ 66

6.2 Wireless Interface........................................................................................................ 66

6.3 Safety Statement.......................................................................................................... 67

Chapter 1

Introduction

This Chapter provides an overview of the BLW-54PM's features and capabili-

ties.

Congratulations on the purchase of your new BLW-54PM. The BLW-54PM is a multi-

function device providing the following services:

•

Shared Broadband Internet Access for all LAN users.

•

4-Port Switching Hub for 10BaseT or 100BaseT connections.

•

Wireless Access Point for 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations.

BLW-54PM

DSL/Cable

Modem

Notebook Desktop PC

FX-08ES

Switch

GW-NS54GMZ

GW-US54GZ

Figure 1: BLW-54PM

1.1 BLW-54PM Features

The BLW-54PM incorporates many advanced features, carefully designed to provide sophisti-

cated functions while being easy to use.

1.1.1 Internet Access Features

• Shared Internet Access. All users on the LAN or WLAN can access the Internet

through the BLW-54PM, using only a single external IP Address. The local (invalid) IP

Addresses are hidden from external sources. This process is called NAT (Network Ad-

dress Translation).

•

DSL & Cable Modem Support. The BLW-54PM has a 10/100BaseT Ethernet port for

connecting a DSL or Cable Modem. All popular DSL and Cable Modems are supported.

SingTel RAS and Big Pond (Australia) login support is also included.

•

PPPoE, PPTP, SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond Support. The Internet (WAN

port) connection supports PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet), PPTP (Peer-to-Peer Tunneling Pro-

tocol), SingTel RAS and Telstra Big Pond (Australia), as well as "Direct Connection" type

services. Unnumbered IP with PPPoE is also supported.

•

Fixed or Dynamic IP Address. On the Internet (WAN port) connection, the BLW-

54PM supports both Dynamic IP Address (IP Address is allocated on connection) and

Fixed IP Address.

1.1.2 Advanced Internet Functions

• Communication Applications. Support for Internet communication applications, such

as interactive Games, Telephony, and Conferencing applications, which are often difficult

to use when behind a Firewall, is included.

•

Special Internet Applications. Applications which use non-standard connections or

port numbers are normally blocked by the Firewall. The ability to define and allow such

applications is provided, to enable such applications to be used normally.

•

Virtual Servers. This feature allows Internet users to access Internet servers on your

LAN. The required setup is quick and easy.

•

DDNS Support. DDNS (Dynamic DNS) allows Internet users to connect to Virtual

Servers on your LAN using a domain name, even if your IP address is not fixed.

•

Multi-DMZ. For each WAN (Internet) IP address allocated to you, one (1) PC on your

local LAN can be configured to allow unrestricted 2-way communication with Servers or

individual users on the Internet. This provides the ability to run programs which are in-

compatible with Firewalls.

•

URL Filter. Use the URL Filter to block access to undesirable Web sites by LAN users.

•

Internet Access Log. See which Internet connections have been made.

•

Access Control. Using the Access Control feature, you can assign LAN users to differ-

ent groups, and determine which Internet services are available to each group.

•

VPN Pass through Support. PCs with VPN (Virtual Private Networking) software

using PPTP, L2TP and IPSec are transparently supported - no configuration is required.

1.1.3 Wireless Features

• Standards Compliant. The BLW-54PM complies with the IEEE802.11g (DSSS)

specifications for Wireless LANs.

•

Supports both 802.11b and 802.11g Wireless Stations. The 802.11g standard

provides for backward compatibility with the 802.11b standard, so both 802.11b and

802.11g Wireless stations can be used simultaneously.

•

Speeds to 54Mbps. All speeds up to the 802.11g maximum of 54Mbps are supported.

•

Auto Link support. Auto Link is a new feature integrated in PLANEX GW-NS54GMZ

that offers users a simple way to configure a BLW-54PM in conjunction with the Configu-

ration Utility.

•

WEP support. Support for WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is included. Key sizes of

64 Bit and 128 Bit are supported.

•

Wireless MAC Access Control. The Wireless Access Control feature can check MAC

address (hardware address) of Wireless stations to ensure that only trusted Wireless Sta-

tions can access your LAN.

•

Simple Configuration. If the default settings are unsuitable, they can be changed

quickly and easily.

1.1.4 LAN Features

• 4-Port Switching Hub. The BLW-54PM incorporates a 4-port 10/100BaseT switching

hub, making it easy to create or extend your LAN.

•

DHCP Server Support. Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol provides a dynamic IP

address to PCs and other devices upon request. The BLW-54PM can act as a DHCP

Server for devices on your local LAN and WLAN.

•

Multi Segment LAN Support. LANs containing one or more segments are supported,

via the BLW-54PM's RIP (Routing Information Protocol) support and built-in static rout-

ing table.

1.1.5 Configuration & Management

• Easy Setup. Use your WEB browser from anywhere on the LAN or WLAN for configu-

ration.

•

Configuration File Upload/Download. Save (download) the configuration data from

the BLW-54PM to your PC, and restore (upload) a previously-saved configuration file to

the BLW-54PM.

•

Remote Management. The BLW-54PM can be managed from any PC on your LAN.

And, if the Internet connection exists, it can also (optionally) be configured via the Inter-

net.

•

Network Diagnostics. You can use the BLW-54PM to perform a Ping or DNS lookup.

•

UPnP Support. UPnP (Universal Plug and Play) allows automatic discovery and con-

figuration of the BLW-54PM. UPnP is by supported by Windows ME, XP, or later.

1.1.6 Security Features

• Password - protected Configuration. Optional password protection is provided to

prevent unauthorized users from modifying the configuration data and settings.

•

Wireless LAN Security. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) is supported, as well as

Wireless access control to prevent unknown wireless stations from accessing your LAN.

•

NAT Protection. An intrinsic side effect of NAT (Network Address Translation) tech-

nology is that by allowing all LAN users to share a single IP address, the location and

even the existence of each PC is hidden. From the external viewpoint, there is no network,

only a single device - the BLW-54PM.

•

Stateful Inspection Firewall. All incoming data packets are monitored and all incom-

ing server requests are filtered, thus protecting your network from malicious attacks from

external sources.

•

Protection against DoS attacks. DoS (Denial of Service) attacks can flood your

Internet connection with invalid packets and connection requests, using so much band-

width and so many resources that Internet access becomes unavailable. The BLW-54PM

incorporates protection against DoS attacks.

1.2 Package Contents

The following items should be included:

• BLW-54PM

• AC Adapter

• CD-ROM (User’s Manual)

• UTP Straight LAN Cable（1m）

• Quick Installation Guide

• Warranty Card

• Screws

If any of the above items are damaged or missing, please contact your dealer immediately.

1.3 Physical Details

1.3.1 Front-mounted LEDs

Status LED

Power LED

LAN LEDs

Wireless LED

WAN LED

Figure 2: Front Panel

Power LED On - Power on.

Off - No power.

Status (Red)

LED

On - Error condition.

Off - Normal operation.

Blinking - This LED blinks during start up, and during a Firmware Up-

grade.

LAN LEDs

For each port, there are 2 LEDs

• Link/Act

• On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is active.

• Off - No active connection on the corresponding LAN (hub) port.

• Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the corre-

sponding LAN (hub) port.

• 100

• On - Corresponding LAN (hub) port is using 100BaseT.

• Off - Corresponding LAN (hub) port connection is using

10BaseT, or no active connection.

WAN LED On - Connection to the Broadband Modem attached to the WAN (Inter-

net) port is established.

Off - No connection to the Broadband Modem.

Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the WAN port.

Wireless LED On - Wireless connection available; Wireless Access Point is ready for

use.

Off - No Wireless connection available.

Flashing - Data is being transmitted or received via the Wireless access

point. Data includes "network traffic" as well as user data.

1.3.2 Rear Panel

Power Port

Antenna

Reset Button

WAN Port

LAN Port

Figure 3: Rear Panel

Power Port

Connect the supplied power adapter here.

LAN Port

(10/100BaseT)

Use standard LAN cables (RJ45 connectors) to connect your PCs to

these ports.

If required, any port can be connected to another hub. Any LAN port

will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when necessary.

WAN Port

(10/100BaseT)

Connect the DSL or Cable Modem here. If your modem came with a

cable, use the supplied cable. Otherwise, use a standard LAN cable.

Reset Button

This button has two (2) functions:

• Reboot. When pressed and released, the BLW-54PM will

reboot (restart).

• Clear All Data. This button can also be used to clear ALL data

and restore ALL settings to the factory default values.

To Clear All Data and restore the factory default values:

1. Power Off.

2. Hold the Reset Button down while you Power On.

3. Keep holding the Reset Button for a few seconds, until the RED

LED has flashed TWICE.

4. Release the Reset Button. The BLW-54PM is now using the

factory default values.

Chapter 2

Installation

This Chapter covers the physical installation of the BLW-54PM.

2.1 Requirements

• Network cables. Use standard 10/100BaseT network (UTP) cables with RJ45 connectors.

• TCP/IP protocol must be installed on all PCs.

• For Internet Access, an Internet Access account with an ISP, and either of a DSL or Cable

modem (for WAN port usage)

• To use the Wireless Access Point, all Wireless devices must be compliant with the

IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g specifications.

2.2 Procedure

DSL/Cable

Modem

UTP Cable

Existing Connection

BLW-54PM

To PCs

Figure 4: Installation Diagram

2.2.1. Choose an Installation Site

Select a suitable place on the network to install the BLW-54PM.

Ensure the BLW-54PM and the DSL/Cable modem are powered OFF.

Note:

For best Wireless reception and performance, the BLW-54PM should be positioned in

a central location with minimum obstructions between the BLW-54PM and the PCs.

Also, if using multiple Access Points, adjacent Access Points should use different Channels.

2.2.2. Connect LAN Cables

Use standard LAN cables to connect PCs to the Switching Hub ports on the BLW-54PM.

Both 10BaseT and 100BaseT connections can be used simultaneously.

If required, connect any port to a normal port on another Hub, using a standard LAN cable.

Any LAN port on the BLW-54PM will automatically function as an "Uplink" port when

required.

2.2.3. Connect WAN Cable

Connect the DSL or Cable modem to the WAN port on the BLW-54PM. Use the cable

supplied with your DSL/Cable modem. If no cable was supplied, use a standard cable.

2.2.4. Power Up

• Power on the Cable or DSL modem.

• Connect the supplied power adapter to the BLW-54PM and power up.

Use only the power adapter provided. Using a different one may cause hardware damage.

2.2.5. Check the LEDs

• The Power LED should be ON.

• The Status LED should flash, then turn Off. If it stays on, there is a hardware error.

• For each LAN (PC) connection, the LAN Link/Act LED should be ON (provided the PC is

also ON.)

• The WAN LED should be ON.

• The WLAN LED should be ON

For more information, refer to

Front-mounted LEDs in Chapter 1.

Chapter 3

Setup

This Chapter provides Setup details of the BLW-54PM.

3.1 Overview

This chapter describes the setup procedure for:

• Internet Access

• LAN configuration

• Wireless setup

• Assigning a Password to protect the configuration data.

PCs on your local LAN may also require configuration.

Other configuration may also be required, depending on which features and functions of the

BLW-54PM you wish to use. Use the table below to locate detailed instructions for the re-

quired functions.

To Do this: Refer to:

Use any of the following Advanced features:

• Access Control

• Dynamic DNS

• Advanced Internet (Special Applications, DMZ, URL

Filter)

• Virtual Servers (Port Forwarding)

• WAN Port Setup

Chapter 4:

Advanced Features

Use any of the following Administration Configuration

settings or features:

• Config File download/upload

• Logs

• Network Diagnostics (Ping, DNS Lookup)

• Options (Backup DNS, TFTP, UpnP, Firewall)

• PC Database

• Remote Management

• Routing (RIP and static Routing)

• Security settings

• Firmware Upgrade

Chapter 5

Advanced Administration

3.2 Configuration Program

The BLW-54PM contains an HTTP server. This enables you to connect to it, and configure it,

using your Web Browser. Your Browser must support JavaScript.

The configuration program has been tested on the following browsers:

• Netscape V4.08 or later

• Internet Explorer V4 or later

3.2.1 Preparation

Before attempting to configure the BLW-54PM, please ensure that:

• Your PC can establish a physical connection to the BLW-54PM. The PC and the BLW-

54PM must be directly connected (using the Hub ports on the BLW-54PM) or on the same

LAN segment.

• The BLW-54PM must be installed and powered ON.

• If the BLW-54PM's default IP Address (192.168.1.1) is already used by another device,

the other device must be turned OFF until the BLW-54PM is allocated a new IP Address

during configuration.

Using UPnP

If your Windows system supports UPnP, an icon for the BLW-54PM will appear in the system

tray, notifying you that a new network device has been found, and offering to create a new

desktop shortcut to the newly-discovered device.

• Unless you intend to change the IP Address of the BLW-54PM, you can accept the desk-

top shortcut.

• Whether you accept the desktop shortcut or not, you can always find UPnP devices in My

Network Places (previously called Network Neighborhood).

• Double - click the icon for the BLW-54PM (either on the Desktop, or in My Network

Places) to start the configuration. Refer to the following section

Setup Wizard for details

of the initial configuration process.

Using your Web Browser

To establish a connection from your PC to the BLW-54PM:

1. After installing the BLW-54PM in your LAN, start your PC. If your PC is already running,

restart it.

2. Start your WEB browser.

3. In the Address box, enter "HTTP://" and the IP Address of the BLW-54PM, as in this

example, which uses the BLW-54PM's default IP Address:

HTTP://192.168.1.1

Because the default password is blank, your will not be prompted for a password. However,

you should assign a password. See the

Password Screen section later in this chapter for details.

If you can't connect

If the BLW-54PM does not respond, check the following:

• The BLW-54PM is properly installed, LAN connection is OK, and it is pow-

ered ON. You can test the connection by using the "Ping" command:

• Open the MS-DOS window or command prompt window.

• Enter the command:

ping 192.168.1.1

If no response is received, either the connection is not working, or your

PC's IP address is not compatible with the BLW-54PM's IP Address. (See

next item.)

• If your PC is using a fixed IP Address, its IP Address must be within the range

192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254 to be compatible with the BLW-54PM's default

IP Address of 192.168.1.1. Also, the Network Mask must be set to

255.255.255.0.

• Ensure that your PC and the BLW-54PM are on the same network segment. (If

you don't have a router, this must be the case.)

• Ensure you are using the wired LAN interface. The Wireless interface can only

be used if its configuration matches your PC's wireless settings.

3.3 Setup Wizard

The first time you connect to the BLW-54PM, the Setup Wizard will run automatically. (The

Setup Wizard will also run if the BLW-54PM's default setting are restored.)

1. Step through the Wizard until finished.

• You need to know the type of Internet connection service used by your ISP. Check

the data supplied by your ISP.

• The common connection types are explained in the tables below.

2. On the final screen of the Wizard, run the test and check that an Internet connection can be

established.

3. If the connection test fails:

• Check your data, the Cable/DSL modem, and all connections.

• Check that you have entered all data correctly.

• If using a Cable modem, your ISP may have recorded the MAC (physical) address of

your PC. Run the Wizard, and on the Cable Modem screen, use the Clone MAC ad-

dress button to copy the MAC address from your PC to the BLW-54PM.

3.3.1 Common Connection Types

Cable Modems

Type Details ISP Data required

Dynamic

IP Address

Your IP Address is allocated

automatically, when you

connect to you ISP.

Usually, none.

However, some ISP's may

require you to use a particular

Hostname, Domain name, or

MAC (physical) address.

Static (Fixed)

IP Address

Your ISP allocates a perma-

nent IP Address to you.

IP Address allocated to you.

Some ISP's may also require

you to use a particular Host-

name, Domain name, or MAC

(physical) address.

DSL Modems

Type Details ISP Data required

Dynamic

IP Address

Your IP Address is allocated

automatically, when you

connect to you ISP.

None.

Static (Fixed)

IP Address

Your ISP allocates a perma-

nent IP Address to you.

IP Address allocated to you.

PPPoE You connect to the ISP only

when required. The IP address

is usually allocated automati-

cally.

User name and password.

PPTP PPTP is mainly used in

Europe.

You connect to the ISP only

when required. The IP address

is usually allocated automati-

cally, but may be Static

(Fixed).

• Server IP Address.

• User name and password.

• IP Address allocated to

you, if Static (Fixed).

Other Modems (e.g. Broadband Wireless)

Type Details ISP Data required

Dynamic

IP Address

Your IP Address is allocated

automatically, when you con-

nect to you ISP.

None.

Static (Fixed)

IP Address

Your ISP allocates a permanent

IP Address to you.

IP Address allocated to you.

Big Pond (Australia)

For this connection method, the following data is required:

• User Name

• Password

• Big Pond Server IP address

SingTel RAS

For this connection method, the following data is required:

• User Name

• Password

• RAS Plan

3.3.2 Home Screen

After finishing the Setup Wizard, you will see the Home screen. When you connect in future,

you will see this screen when you connect. An example screen is shown below.

Figure 5: Home Screen

Navigation & Data Input

• Use the menu bar on the left of the screen, and the Back button on your Browser, for

navigation.

• Changing to another screen without clicking Save does NOT save any changes you may

have made. You must Save before changing screens or your data will be ignored.

Note:

On each screen, clicking the Help button will display help for that screen.

From any help screen, you can access the list of all help files (help index).

3.4 LAN Screen

Use the LAN link on the main menu to reach the LAN screen. An example screen is shown

below.

Figure 6: LAN Screen

Data - LAN Screen

TCP/IP

IP Address

IP address for the BLW-54PM, as seen from the local LAN. Use the

default value unless the address is already in use or your LAN is using

a different IP address range. In the latter case, enter an unused IP

Address from within the range used by your LAN.

Subnet Mask The default value 255.255.255.0 is standard for small (class C) net-

works. For other networks, use the Subnet Mask for the LAN segment

to which the BLW-54PM is attached (the same value as the PCs on

that LAN segment).

DHCP Server

• If Enabled, the BLW-54PM will allocate IP Addresses to PCs

(DHCP clients) on your LAN when they start up. The default (and

recommended) value is Enabled.

• If you are already using a DHCP Server, this setting must be

Disabled, and the existing DHCP server must be re-configured to

treat the BLW-54PM as the default Gateway. See the following

section for further details.

• The Start IP Address and Finish IP Address fields set the values

used by the DHCP server when allocating IP Addresses to DHCP

clients. This range also determines the number of DHCP clients

supported.

See the following section for further details on using DHCP.

Buttons

Save

Save the data on screen.

Cancel The Cancel button will discard any data you have entered and reload

the file from the BLW-54PM.

3.4.1 DHCP

What DHCP Does

A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) Server allocates a valid IP address to a

DHCP Client (PC or device) upon request.

• The client request is made when the client device starts up (boots).

• The DHCP Server provides the Gateway and DNS addresses to the client, as well as

allocating an IP Address.

• The BLW-54PM can act as a DHCP server.

• Windows 95/98/ME and other non-Server versions of Windows will act as a DHCP client.

This is the default Windows setting for the TCP/IP network protocol. However, Windows

uses the term Obtain an IP Address automatically instead of DHCP Client.

• You must NOT have two (2) or more DHCP Servers on the same LAN segment. (If your

LAN does not have other Routers, this means there must only be one (1) DHCP Server on

your LAN.)

Using the BLW-54PM's DHCP Server

This is the default setting. The DHCP Server settings are on the LAN screen. On this screen,

you can:

• Enable or Disable the BLW-54PM's DHCP Server function.

• Set the range of IP Addresses allocated to PCs by the DHCP Server function.

Note:

You can assign Fixed IP Addresses to some devices while using DHCP, provided that the

Fixed IP Addresses are NOT within the range used by the DHCP Server.

Using another DHCP Server

You can only use one (1) DHCP Server per LAN segment. If you wish to use another DHCP

Server, rather than the BLW-54PM's, the following procedure is required.

1. Disable the DHCP Server feature in the BLW-54PM. This setting is on the LAN screen.

2. Configure the DHCP Server to provide the BLW-54PM's IP Address as the Default

Gateway.

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